Julian Nagelsmann reacts after Germany's World Cup exit on penalties
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 2:01 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann faced tough questions from the press following his team's elimination from the FIFA World Cup after a penalty shootout loss to Paraguay. The match ended 1-1 in regulation and went to penalties, where Germany lost 4-3. This marked Germany's first exit in a World Cup shootout and extended their failure to secure a knockout victory since their 2014 title. Nagelsmann expressed frustration over the performance, critiquing the team's slow build-up play and a controversial disallowed goal. He addressed speculation about his future, stating he is willing to lead Germany into Euro 2028 if the German FA desires his services.
- •Germany lost to Paraguay on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
- •This is Germany's first World Cup knockout exit on penalties.
- •Nagelsmann criticized the team's performance and possession game.
- •He stated he is available to coach at Euro 2028 if the DFB wants him.
- •Germany has not won a knockout match since 2014.
- 2:01 AMYahoo Sports — Julian Nagelsmann snaps at reporter after Germany's World Cup exit with future in question
"After Germany crashed out of the FIFA World Cup in the Round of 32, head coach Julian Nagelsmann was subsequently embroiled in a tense exchange with a reporter post-game
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